Comparison Console
Leatherman Wave (2004) vs Victorinox SwissChamp
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox SwissChamp stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox SwissChamp stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox SwissChamp stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox SwissChamp stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox SwissChamp stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox SwissChamp stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox SwissChamp stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$130Most expensive
US$129Cheapest
Weight
224 g (7.90 oz)Heaviest
185 g (6.53 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
161 mm (6.34 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
36 mm (1.42 in)Highest
26 mm (1.02 in)Lowest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)Thinnest
33 mm (1.30 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
17Fewest tools
33Most tools
Tools
Pliers with Wire Cutters (needlenose & regular)Wire CuttersLarge Locking BladeSerrated BladeWood SawMetal SawFile with Diamond FileCan OpenerBottle OpenerScissorsBit DriverSmall Bit DriverMedium ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverHard Wire CutterWire StripperSpring Action Scissors
Large bladeSmall bladeCorkscrewCan openerScrewdriver 3 mmBottle openerScrewdriver 6 mmWire stripperScissorsPliersWire crimping toolWire cutterFish scalerHook disgorgerRuler (cm)Ruler (inches)Wood sawNail fileNail cleanerMetal sawMetal fileMagnifying glassPhillips screwdriver 1/2Screwdriver 2.5 mmChisel 4 mmMultipurpose hookToothpickTweezersPressurized ballpoint penStainless steel pinKey ringMini screwdriver
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Spring loaded
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Everyday carryHikingCampingBushcraftElectrical workHousehold repairs
Common praise
Versatile set of 17 integrated tools covering many needsComfortable handles and outside accessible toolsStrong and precise pliers and wire cuttersLocking mechanisms on outside tools for safety
Very versatile with 33 toolsHigh quality build and durableCompact despite many toolsSmooth tool deploymentLifetime warranty
Common complaints
Blade steel is basic 420HC with average edge retentionScissors on 2004 model changed to smaller design that some users find less safeHeavier than some other EDC options
Tools do not lockSmall tools less effective than full-sized versions
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